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The emerging food scene in Greenville, South Carolina, makes it a must-stop-and-eat destination.
There are imports from other Southern cities and towns, but Greenville has a distinct personality all its own.

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Here are the things to do and places to eat in Greenville.
Its newest location on Buncombe Street in downtown Greenville sellskitchen gadgetsand goodies that you never even knew you needed.
Want to shop for a while?

Ruth Doyle of The Cook’s Station.
Grab a glass of Champagne from the wine bar or a sandwich at the cafe.
It’s abeautiful parkto enjoy a walk or bike ride and work up an appetite for the restaurants nearby.
Check the website before you head out on the trail as cleanup is still underway from Hurricane Helene damage.

Pulled Brisket Sandwich at The Cook’s Station.
NOMA Square hosts outdoor concerts and events throughout the year.
Traveling in late spring?
The lineup features swing, funk, smooth jazz, Latin jazz, and more.

Jianna’s Respect Your Elders cocktail.
The Peace Center is a 6-acre downtown destination for catching outdoor concerts or a Broadway show.
Highlights include an extensive collection of watercolors by Andrew Wyeth and works by South Carolina artists.
If the weather permits, take a seat on the patio.

Jianna chef Michael Kramer.
Order the tender and lightchicken piccataor any of the homemade pasta dishes.
Don’t want to share?
Try an entree like Confit Duck Leg & Purple Potato Gnocchi or Tunisian Pork Tenderloin instead.

San Pedro’s Fiesta chicken sandwich at Califas.Credit: Peter Frank Edwards
This Mediterranean fusion restaurant also boasts a great view of the city from its open-air patio.
Dip it into the accompanying consomme (cooking liquid) for a saucy treat.
Enter through Taxi House Wines, which sells a fun assortment of the bottles served at this bi-level eatery.

Meat and cheese plate from The Anchorage.
Although thecocktails with whimsical nameslike Kermit the Fizz are delightful, wines match the incredible menu best.
There you’ll find Topsoil Kitchen and Market.
Enjoy top-notch dining and a full-service spa at the hotel.

Swordfish from The Anchorage.
The Westin Poinsett is a stalwart on Main Street, located just one block from the Peace Center.
The AAA Four Diamond hotel is steps from shopping and food.
With luxury linens and bath, you won’t want to leave the comfort of your room.

Topsoil Restaurant in Travelers Rest.
Head downstairs for a meal, or order room service.
The hotel emphasizes the area’s history and features art from local artists.
End the day at the patio of the tapas bar for cocktails and Spanish-Mediterranean bites.

Trio of Spreads and Chicken Liver Pâté at Topsoil Restaurant.
marriott.com, 315 S. Main St., Greenville, SC 29601

Topsoil Restaurant’s fresh bread.

Brunch at Topsoil Restaurant.

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